Steel frame construction, consisting of panelised steel
frame buildings being built offsite, coupled with AI models, could relieve
symptoms of the skills shortage, says Intrastack
The latest Construction Skills Network outlook, published in May by CITB,
predicts that 251,500 extra construction workers will be needed between 2024
and 2028.
To meet construction goals, 2.75 million workers will be needed
in 2028. This would mean a predicted increase of 50,300 per year, up from
44,890 per year in the previous outlook 2023-2027.
Recruitment is especially needed in the private housing,
infrastructure, and repair and maintenance sectors.
MMC could
make up for the shortcomings caused by the skills shortage
Intrastack says that this is, therefore, an ideal time to adopt MMC methods, particularly
offsite panelised steel frame construction and AI databases. Especially for
multi-storey and low-rise housing, the offsite nature can free up workers for
onsite specialist tasks and helping keep projects on schedule with limited
labour resources.
Offsite construction of steel frames would also mean that all
the required pieces can be delivered to the site in bulk, making for rapid
construction. The fabrication can also be standardised for more efficient
production.
Using AI
with steel frame construction will balance the process
Intrastack say that implementing AI into the process can help an estimator to complete estimating and take-off services, assess building efficiency, layouts, and design, as well as assist in design procedures and system component development.
Intrastack business director, Andy Higson, said: "They can be
used as a tool to automate repetitive activities, but still require an expert
to check and finalise the process. In turn, this enables staff more time to
focus on value-added activities that can make a positive contribution to a
project's on-time completion."
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